The microscopic fragments of ancient plants were found beneath the floor of a Mayan ballcourt in present day Mexico and are described in a study published April 26 in the journal PLOS One.

A Roman prison, described as a "lawless place," has been identified thanks to a collection of disturbing ancient graffiti, a study reported. The site, located at the archaeological site of Corinth ...

The Picts: A tiny Angus village, its carved stones and an ancient, sacred place. By Alison Campsie. Comment. Published 6th Apr 2025, 06:00 BST. Updated 6th Apr 2025, 06:00 BST.

Newly-deciphered text from ancient scrolls may have finally revealed the location of where Greek philosopher Plato was buried, along with how he really felt about music played at his deathbed ...